Posen: Trump, Xi Accomplished 'Very Little' at G-20

The video discusses the limited outcomes of a recent meeting, highlighting that while tensions were acknowledged, fundamental issues remain unresolved. The focus shifts to trade negotiations between the US and China, with potential political implications for Trump. More critical than trade talks are the restrictions on cross-border investment and technology transfer, with recent developments involving Huawei and foreign students being noted as significant.

What was the main outcome of the recent US-China talks?

• Agreement that tensions had escalated too much

• Significant progress in trade agreements

• Complete breakdown of negotiations

• Resolution of all fundamental issues

What is China's stance on purchasing goods from the US?

• China plans to stop all trade with the US

• China wants to increase tariffs on US goods

• China is happy to buy a bunch of stuff from the US

• China is unwilling to buy any goods from the US

How might Democratic presidential candidates react to a US-China deal?

• They will attack Trump for being soft on China

• They will support Trump for being tough on China

• They will propose a new trade agreement

• They will ignore the deal completely

What is considered more important than trade talks between the US and China?

• Cultural exchanges

• Tourism agreements

• Restrictions on cross-border investment and technology transfer

• Military cooperation

What recent actions did the US president take regarding Huawei and foreign students?

• Signed a new trade deal with Huawei

• Backed off on Huawei and welcomed foreign students

• Banned all foreign students from entering the US

• Increased tariffs on Huawei products